Custodial Worker I

Completion of ninth grade.

This position will ensure that Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience laboratories, and its various buildings are clean or orderly by:
•             Servicing, clean, and suppling restrooms
•             Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
•             Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
•             Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications
•             Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees
•             Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems
•             Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment (as directed)
•             Clean and polish furniture and fixtures (as directed)
•             Clean spills and other hazards with appropriate equipment


This position will ensure that all waste cans, trashcans, recycle bins and special event trash/recycling is disposed of properly. Nightly waste removal from the various Whitney buildings.

•             Empties and cleans all waste cans, trashcans and recycle bins
•             Sorts trash and recycling in onsite dumpsters and recycling containers
•             Replaces trashcan liners

 Monitor cleaning supply inventory and communicate with the Maintenance Supervisor if supplies or equipment are needed.

•             Alert supervisor when supplies or equipment are needed for cleaning and maintenance duties
•             Keep maintenance supply closets in each building stocked with proper supply of cleaning materials, trashcan liners, toilet paper, soap, mops, brooms, gloves and other supplies as needed.
•             Alert supervisor when supplies or equipment are needed for car washing/detailing

Wash state vehicles. Also to include periodic deep cleaning tasks as scheduled and needed.

Salary commensurate with experience. 

Completion of ninth grade.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.